Mercedes-Benz Ml: brakes MOT failures
Brakes was a recorded failure area in 7.2% of Mercedes-Benz Ml MOT tests in this dataset. It is most prominent on 2003, 2005 cars.
Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair cost: £100–£350 per axle (rough UK ballpark, not a quote).
Brakes failures by year
| Model year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 8,456 | 12.1% |
| 2004 | 11,218 | 11.1% |
| 2005 | 7,960 | 11.6% |
| 2011 | 16,429 | 7.1% |
Methodology & source. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-01. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.